Four Winns V338 2008 vs Four Winns V355 2012 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Four Winns V338 2008 or the Four Winns V355 2012?

The Four Winns V355 2012 is the longer of the two at 35,0 feet overall. The Four Winns V338 2008 comes in at 35,0 feet, making it roughly 0,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Four Winns V338 2008 or the Four Winns V355 2012?

For trailering, the Four Winns V338 2008 has the edge at 1 209 lbs dry weight versus 1 385 lbs for the Four Winns V355 2012. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.

Q: What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Four Winns V338 2008 has a documented max rating of 5 hp. Engine specifications for the Four Winns V355 2012 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Four Winns V338 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 10 passengers, while the Four Winns V355 2012 is certified for 11. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.

Q: Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Four Winns V338 2008 and Four Winns V355 2012 share an 11 ft. 6 in. (3.51 m) beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Q: How do the fuel tanks compare on the Four Winns V338 2008 and Four Winns V355 2012?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 2 gallons and 2 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Q: Are the Four Winns V338 2008 and Four Winns V355 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Four Winns V338 2008 and the Four Winns V355 2012 are built by Four Winns. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.

Boat Comparison

Four Winns V338 2008 vs Four Winns V355 2012

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Four Winns V338 2008

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Four Winns V338 2008 vs Four Winns V355 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Four Winns V338 2008 against a deep vee Four Winns V355 2012 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Four Winns V338 2008 at 35,0 ft versus Four Winns V355 2012 at 35,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Four Winns V355 2012 tips the scales at 1 385 lbs — 176 lbs less than the Four Winns V338 2008 at 1 209 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.

The Four Winns V338 2008 carries a rated maximum of 5 hp. Engine data for the Four Winns V355 2012 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 2 gal and 2 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Four Winns V355 2012 is rated for 11 passengers, while the Four Winns V338 2008 caps at 10. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Four Winns V355 2012 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Four Winns V355 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 11 passengers and at 35,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Four Winns V338 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 10 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeFour Winns

ModelV338

ModelV355

Model Year2008

Model Year2012

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam11 ft. 6 in. (3.51 m)

Beam - Meters3.51

Beam - Inches138

Bridge clearance - DetailWith Arch: 10 ft. 2 in. (3.1 m) excludes electronics

Bridge clearance - Detail10 ft. 2 in. (3.1 m) with arch (excludes electronics)

Bridge clearance - Meters3.1

Bridge clearance - Inches122

Deadrise19℃

Draft [drive up] - Detail28 in. (71 cm)

Draft [drive up] meters0.71

Draft [drive up] inches28

Draft [max] - Detail40 in. (102 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters1.02

Draft [max] - Inches4

Weight - DetailWith Engine: 11,970 - 12,090 lbs. (5,430 - 5,480 kg)

Weight - Detail13,300 - 13,850 lbs. (6,030 - 6,280 kg) with engine

Weight - kg5483.93

Weight - kg6282.25

Weight - lbs.1209

Weight - lbs.1385

Height - DetailWith Arch: 12 ft. 2 in. (3.71 m) excludes electronics

Height - Detail12 ft. 2 in. (3.71 m) with arch (excludes electronics)

Height - Meters3.71

Height - Inches146

Length - Meters10.67

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Feet35

Length overall - Detail35 ft. 0 in. (10.67 m)

Length overall - Detail35 ft. (10.67 m)

Length overall - Meters10.67

Length overall - Inches42

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel systemTwin 320 hp

Fuel systemnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail200 gal. (757 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters757.08

Fuel tank capacity - Gal2

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O - Twin

Engine maxVolvo Penta Twin 5.0 GXi/DP 270 hp

Engine maxnot available

Engine modelnot available

Engine modelMerCruiser or Volvo

Operational Info

HeadroomMaximum: 6 ft. 8 in. (2.03 m)

Headroom6 ft. 8 in. (2.03 m)

Water capacityPotable: 45 gal. (170 l)

Water heater capacity10.5 gal

Water heater capacitynot available

Holding tank capacity - Detail30 gal. (113 l)

Holding tank capacity - Liters113.56

Holding tank capacity - Gal3

Maximum peoplenot available

Maximum people11

Four Winns V338 2008 vs Four Winns V355 2012 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Four Winns V338 2008 or the Four Winns V355 2012?

The Four Winns V355 2012 is the longer of the two at 35,0 feet overall. The Four Winns V338 2008 comes in at 35,0 feet, making it roughly 0,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Four Winns V338 2008 or the Four Winns V355 2012?

For trailering, the Four Winns V338 2008 has the edge at 1 209 lbs dry weight versus 1 385 lbs for the Four Winns V355 2012. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Four Winns V338 2008 has a documented max rating of 5 hp. Engine specifications for the Four Winns V355 2012 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Four Winns V338 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 10 passengers, while the Four Winns V355 2012 is certified for 11. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.

Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Four Winns V338 2008 and Four Winns V355 2012 share an 11 ft. 6 in. (3.51 m) beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

How do the fuel tanks compare on the Four Winns V338 2008 and Four Winns V355 2012?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 2 gallons and 2 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Are the Four Winns V338 2008 and Four Winns V355 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Four Winns V338 2008 and the Four Winns V355 2012 are built by Four Winns. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.

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